Dallas County Property Tax Calculator

Estimate your annual property taxes for properties in Dallas County, Texas, using the official rate of 0.2155%.

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Official Appraisal District Info

For disputes, exemptions, or specific tax payment methods, please reach out to the official agency serving Dallas County:

Office Address 2949 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, TX 75247-6102
Phone Number 214-631-0910
Official Portal http://www.dallascad.org →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tax rate for Dallas County?

The official general fund county property tax rate for Dallas County is 0.2155%. Total effective rates will vary depending on your school district (ISD) and city limits.

Where do I pay my Dallas County property taxes?

Payments are typically processed by the local county Tax Assessor-Collector. You can find their portal address at the official site: http://www.dallascad.org.

How can I protest my property valuation?

You can file an official protest through the Dallas County Appraisal District (CAD) before the annual deadline (typically May 15th or 30 days after the appraisal notice is delivered).

What are the neighboring counties to Dallas County?

Adjacent counties include: Collin County, Denton County, Ellis County, Kaufman County, Rockwall County, Tarrant County. You can check tax rates for these neighboring regions on our site as well.

Dallas County Property Tax Protest Procedure

If you believe your property valuation is incorrect, you can submit an appeal to the Dallas Central Appraisal District (DCAD).

How to file your protest:

  • Online Filing: Access the DCAD portal and submit an electronic protest form.
  • Attend Informal Hearing: You will first meet with a DCAD appraiser. Bring neighborhood comps to argue for a lower value.
  • Appraisal Review Board (ARB): If you cannot agree during the informal phase, your case moves to a formal hearing before the ARB.
Deadline: Dallas County protests must be postmarked or submitted online by May 15th.